Aeronautics

Aeronautics

The branch of science that deals with flight aerodynamics and with the operation of all types of aircraft.

Industry: Aviation

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phase modulation (PM)

Aviation; Aeronautics

A method of modulating a sine-wave carrier, so its phase is changed by an amount proportional to the instantaneous value of the modulating voltage.

A method of molding laminated reinforced plastic components. The reinforced resin is laid up over a form having the required shape and is covered with a vacuum bag. Air is pumped out of the bag, and ...

compression molding

Aviation; Aeronautics

A method of molding thermosetting resins. A mold is opened and heated, and resin is put in it. The mold is then closed, and pressure is applied. The resin flows under pressure and completely fills ...

dead reckoning navigation

Aviation; Aeronautics

A method of navigating an aircraft in which the direction and speed of movement of the aircraft are determined by graphically computing the effect of the wind on the aircraft. A flight computer is ...

pilotage

Aviation; Aeronautics

A method of navigation in which a pilot proceeds from checkpoint to checkpoint by visual reference to objects on the ground.

resonance method of ultrasonic inspection

Aviation; Aeronautics

A method of nondestructive inspection for internal faults in a piece of material. A pulse of ultrasonic energy of known frequency and intensity is induced into the material, and the vibration ...

dye penetrant inspection

Aviation; Aeronautics

A method of nondestructive inspection used to detect surface defects in metal or plastic parts. The part to be inspected is soaked in a penetrating liquid for a specified period of time, and then all ...